2013 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · SP13 VFW

The 2025‑11‑29 MOT at 68,376 miles confirms that the Vauxhall Astra remains roadworthy, with only a front oil leak and a front fluid leak classified as non‑excessive under the 8.4.1 (a) (i) criteria, and all previous tests from 2021 onward have passed without major defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend. The vehicle’s 13‑year history shows an average annual mileage of about 5,260 miles, well below the typical wear rate for its age, and the mileage record is continuous with no extended periods of inactivity; the jump from 43,346 miles in October 2023 to 57,460 miles in November 2024 represents an accumulation of roughly 14,114 miles in 13 months, suggesting increased usage in the most recent year. A buyer should therefore focus on the recurring suspension faults – the fractured near‑side rear coil spring and the oil‑misted shock absorber – as well as the thin rear brake pads noted in 2021, the near‑side tyre wear close to the legal limit, and the front oil and fluid leaks; inspection of the rear suspension bushes, brake discs, and any signs of structural rust or corrosion, especially around the coil‑spring mounting points, is essential to verify that the vehicle’s mechanical integrity matches its low‑mileage appearance.